About Pravasi Bhartiya Divas

Introduction: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 17th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention on January 9, 2023, in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. With the theme "Diaspora: Reliable partners for India’s progress in Amrit Kaal”. A commemorative postage stamp called 'Go Safe, Trained' was released to emphasize safe and legal migration.

About Pravasi Bhartiya Divas

• Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is observed on January 9th in India to honor the contributions of the Indian community living abroad. Mahatma Gandhi's arrival in Mumbai on January 9th, 1915, is also commemorated on this day.
• The event is sponsored by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs, and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).